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demanded to be set free. First they dispatched us
to another compartment by force. In the meantime, all
my books were shred to pieces and clothes were torn.
All my pencils were seized. I was cursed at and insulted.
A lawyer had seen all these acts. Secondly, they did not
give us any salt, sugar and water for 3 days. They were not
satisfied with what they had done so far. Since we were
setting an example to the others to stand up for their
rights, one night they suddenly transferred us to Feres
Station. The conditions were the same there, too.
concerning future ways of making a living or how these
people might get to Athens. I have seen people who
were sleeping on the streets for days. The individuals who
are released like that cannot feel safe and comfortable.
Especially with the economic crises, in recent months
racist assaults against foreigners have increased in Greece.
During the course of one month I witnessed people attakking foreigners with bats and sharp objects. Immigrants
in Greece live under constant threat to their lives and fear
for their health.
As they had done to other detainees, they wanted to
seize my telephone as well, but I did not permit it. They
gave it back when I told them that I will continue my
hunger strike and will not leave the station.
Mistranslations are made during the asylum interview
and testimonies. Translators lacking full command of the
languages spoken are being provided. My statements
have been recorded incorrectly. I have heard that other
people faced similar problems.
Once one is set free or released, the Greek Police only
describe the route to the train station. They do nothing
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